FOMC decision release date & time.
When the next FOMC interest rate decision and Fed press conference comes out, in GMT, New York and your own time, and exactly how gold moved after past releases.
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How gold reacted to past FOMC decision releases
Gold (XAUUSD) just before each release and 30 minutes after, plus the high-to-low range in those 30 minutes. Recorded automatically from 5-minute prices.
| Release | Data | Gold before → 30 min after | Change | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct 2026 18:30 GMT | FOMC Press Conference | $4,037.06 → $4,041.47 | +$4.41 (+0.11%) | $40.31 |
| 28 Oct 2026 18:00 GMT | Federal Funds Rate · f/c 4.00%, prev 4.00% FOMC Statement |
$4,041.01 → $4,037.06 | −$3.95 (−0.10%) | $14.59 |
| 16 Oct 2026 03:30 GMT | Fed Chairman Warsh Speaks | $4,169.61 → $4,183.40 | +$13.79 (+0.33%) | $21.43 |
What is FOMC interest rate decision and Fed press conference?
The Federal Open Market Committee sets the US interest rate. The statement comes first, then the Fed Chair's press conference 30 minutes later, and both can move markets.
How FOMC decision moves gold
Gold reacts to what the Fed signals about future rates more than to the decision itself. A hawkish tone (fewer cuts) tends to weigh on gold, a dovish tone supports it. The press conference often reverses the first move.
Trading gold around FOMC decision
Know the exact time, protect open trades before it, avoid market orders at the release, and let the first 15-minute candle close before trading a key level. Our daily gold key levels show where price is likely to react, and every Tradedge Pulse trade is on the public record, losses included.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next FOMC decision release?
It isn't on this week's calendar yet. Eight scheduled meetings a year.
What time is FOMC decision released?
Eight scheduled meetings a year. The next one is at 8:30 New York time for most US data (12:30 or 13:30 GMT depending on daylight saving).
How does FOMC decision affect gold?
Gold reacts to what the Fed signals about future rates more than to the decision itself. A hawkish tone (fewer cuts) tends to weigh on gold, a dovish tone supports it. The press conference often reverses the first move.
Should I trade gold during FOMC decision?
Spreads widen and price can spike both ways in the first minutes. Many traders protect open trades before the release, avoid market orders at the exact time, and wait for the first 15-minute candle to close before trading a key level. Nothing here is financial advice.
Times from our weekly calendar feed; release dates can change. Educational information, not financial advice.